Mer2 Antibody Description

Background

This antibody is designed, produced, and validated as part of a collaboration between Rockland and the National Cancer Institute (NCI) and is suitable for Cancer, Immunology and Nuclear Signaling research. Mer2 (also known as meiotic recombination 2 protein) is a chromosomal protein that is critical for meiotic recombination and progression. It is phosphorylated at two serine residues, S30 and S271 by the yeast Cdk1 cyclin- dependent kinase homolog. This phosphorylation is S-phase specific, and thus has the potential to be a specific assay for S-phase cyclin-dependent kinases. Moreover, there are hints that the

Synonyms

Meiotic recombination 2 protein

Immunogen

This affinity purified antibody was prepared from whole rabbit serum produced by repeated immunizations with a synthetic peptide corresponding to amino acids 26-35 of Saccharomyces cerevisiae Mer2 protein.

Immunogen Type

Peptide

Storage Condition

Store vial at -20° C prior to opening. Aliquot contents and freeze at -20° C or below for extended storage. Avoid cycles of freezing and thawing. Centrifuge product if not completely clear after standing at room temperature. This product is stable for several weeks at 4° C as an undiluted liquid. Dilute only prior to immediate use.

Application Note

This affinity purified antibody has been tested for use in ELISA and by western blot. Specific conditions for reactivity should be optimized by the end user. Expect a band approximately 50 kDa in size corresponding to Mer2 protein by western blotting in the appropriate cell lysate or extract. This antibody is reactive with both phosphorylated and unphosphorylated Mer2 at the S30 position.

Purity/Specifity

This affinity-purified antibody is directed against the Saccharomyces cerevisiae Mer2 protein. The product was affinity purified from monospecific antiserum by immunoaffinity purification. Reactivity occurs against Saccharomyces cerevisiae Mer2 protein and reactivity is independent of phosphorylation at residue S30. A BLAST analysis was used to suggest minimal cross reactivity with Mer2 homologues from other sources.

Disclaimer Note-General

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